Samsung SMX-F30BP/AAW manual Basic Operation of Your Memory Camcorder, Setting the operating modes

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Mode indicator
POWER switch MODE button

preparation

BASIC OPERATION OF YOUR MEMORY CAMCORDER

This section explains the basic techniques of recording movie or photo images and also basic settings on your memory camcorder.

Set the appropriate operation mode according to your preference using POWER switch and MODE button.

Turning memory camcorder on or off

You can turn the power on or off by sliding the POWER switch down.

Slide the POWER switch repeatedly to toggle the power on or off.

Setting the operating modes

You can switch the operating mode in the following order each time you press the MODE button.

- Movie Record mode ( ) Photo Record mode ( ) Play mode ( )

To switch between video and photo thumbnails in the Video/Photo Play mode,press the MENU button and use the control button to select “Play Mode”->”Video”or”Photo”.Setting the Play Mode menu is available in thumbnail view only.

Movie Record mode (

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Photo Record mode (

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Movie Play mode (

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Photo Play mode (

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To record movie images.

To record photo images.

To play movie images.

To play photo images.

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When the memory camcorder is turned on, the self-diagnosis function operates and a message may appear. In this case, refer to "Warning indicators and messages" (on pages 106-108) and take corrective action.

Movie Record is set by default with the power on.

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Contents Memory Camcorder Key features of your memory camcorder Englishiii Safety warnings PrecautionsRecorded contents cannot be compensated for Before Using this CamcorderMake a backup of important recorded data Precautions on use Important NoteBe careful of unusual ambient temperature Do not point directly at the sunDo not use the memory camcorder near TV or radio Do not expose the memory camcorder to soot or steamMacintosh is trademark of Apple Inc Waste Electrical & Electronic EquipmentContents Recording Playback Recording Options Settings Options Playback OptionsConnecting to a PC 119 120Introduction to basic features PreparationYou Tube Getting to know your memory camcorder Whats Included with Your Memory CamcorderFront & Left View LCD EnhancerRear & Bottom View Preparation Using the AccessoriesAttaching a Grip Belt Attaching the Core Filter Inserting the battery pack Connecting a Power SourceEjecting the battery pack Charging the Battery Pack Auto Power Off Function Auto Power Off to Off.Battery Level Display BatteryBattery type Continuous Recording without zoomCharging time TV Super Fine TV FineAbout battery packs On handling a battery packMaintaining the battery pack About the battery lifeUsing a household power source Basic Operation of Your Memory Camcorder Setting the operating modesTurning memory camcorder on or off LCD Screen Indicators Movie Record modeMovie Record mode Shortcut menu OK Guide Movie Record mode Shortcut menu ManualPhoto Record mode Image counter Total number of recordable photo imagesPhoto Record mode Shortcut menu OK Guide Photo Record mode Shortcut menu ManualMovie Play mode Thumbnail View Movie Play mode Single ViewMovie Play mode Shortcut menu OK Guide Movie Play mode Single VolumePhoto Play mode Thumbnail View Photo Play mode Single ViewSwitching the information display mode Turning the Screen Indicators ON/OFFChecking the remained battery and memory capacity Using the LCD Enhancer Function Release ŠLCD enhancer 1level ŠLCD enhancer 2level Š ReleaseUsing the Menu Button Adjusting the LCD ScreenUsing the Control Buttons Using the Control button Shortcut Menu OK Guide Mode Movie Play Shortcut function using the Control buttonsMovie Record Initial Setting Time ZONE, Date and Time & OSD Language Turning the power on and setting the date and timeOn charging the built-in rechargeable battery Simple setting of the clock by time differenceTurning the date and time display on/off Set the Settings mode Selecting the OSD languageUsing a memory card not supplied About the storage mediaSelecting the Storage Media Selecting the storage mediaInserting a memory card Inserting / Ejecting the Memory CardEjecting a memory card Selecting a Suitable Memory Card Sdhc Secure Digital High Capacity Memory CardCommon cautions for memory card MMCplus Multi Media Card plusHandling a memory card English43 Recordable Time and Capacity Recordable time for movie imagesTV Super Fine, TV Fine, TV Normal, Web&Mobile Recording Movie Images RecordingPress the Recording start/stop button Recording with Ease for Beginners Easy Q Mode To cancell Easy Q modeTaking Photo Images Check the subject on the LCD screenZooming in and OUT To zoom outChanging the Playback Mode PlaybackPlaying Movie Images Adjusting the volume Various Playback Operations Still playback pauseSearch playback Frame-by-frame playbackViewing Photo Images Changing the Menu Settings Recording optionsEnglish56 Menu Items Recording menu itemsUsing the Recording Menu Items ISCENEContents Setting the white balance manually Select Custom WBWhite Balance Manual FocusNone ExposureManual exposure is recommended in situations listed below Setting the shutter speed manually Recommended shutter speed when recordingFocus Focusing diffi cult or unreliable Face detectionTo concentrate on the creative side of your recording Focusing manually during recording Manual focus is recommended in the following situationsAnti-Shake Hdis Digital Effect Resolution WideDisables the function Wind CutQuick View On-screen DisplayBack Light Backlight compensation is executedContents On-screen Display Off Disables the function None Time Lapse REC recording images at Time LapsesExample of Time Lapse Recording Nite FaderGuideline Zoom TypePlayback options Playback menu itemsSetting the Play Option Plays back from the selected movie to the last movieSelected movie will be played All movies will be played repeatedlyPress the Menu button Deleting ImagesPress the Control button / to select Delete Protecting Images Select Files Englishh77File Information Press the Control button / to select File InfoSlide Show Settings options Changing the Menu Settings in SettingsSettings menu items Using the Settings Menu Items Settings ContentsStorage Storage InfoFormat File NoSetting the clock to the local time Visit To your hometown date/time settingTime Zone Between the two locationsCities used to set the time zone AlaskaDate/Time Set Date TypeTime Type Date/Time DisplayLCD Brightness LCD ColourBeep Sound Shutter SoundAuto Power Off Default SetTV Display Memory camcorder does not turn off automaticallyVersion Menu DesignTransparency LanguageConnecting to a PC Transferring a Recorded File Through a USB ConnectionUSB Connection Speed depending on the System Cyberlink MediaShow4 System RequirementsEnglish91 Installing the Cyberlink MEDIASHOW4 Before you beginSetup Complete appears Connecting the USB Cable Disconnecting the USB cableViewing the Contents of Storage Media Movie Images H.264 ① Photo Images ②Movie Images Photo ImagesTransferring Files from the Memory Camcorder to Your PC Playing Back Files on the PCUploading Movie Images in the Memory Camcorder to YouTube You TubeConnecting to other devices Connecting to a TVViewing on TV Screen Recording Dubbing Images on a VCR or DVD/HDD Recorder Maintenance & additional information MaintenanceCleaning the memory camcorder To clean the LCD monitorTo clean the lens Additional InformationStorage media LCD screenBattery packs To prevent damage and prolong service lifeTemperature range specifications To avoid hazardsUsing Your Memory Camcorder Abroad Power sourcesOn TV colour systems PAL-compatible countries/regionsTroubleshooting Power sourceAuto Power Off to Off Storage mediaRecording Release Easy Q functionPlayback English108Symptom Explanation/Solution PowerIs Auto Power Off set to 5 Min? Displays English111 Pressing the Recording start Built-in fl ash memory 8GB SMX-F332BP/LP/RP/SP only/16GB SMXWhen the screen is exposed to Set Beep Sound to OnAdjusting the image during recording Playback on your memory camcorder Playback on other devices TV, etcConnecting to a computer Connecting/Dubbing with other devices TV, DVD recorder, etc Overall operationsMenu Digital Effect MosaicSpecifi cations PALContact Samsung world wide RoHS compliant
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